The Collected Novels of E. M. Delafield (ePub)

E.M. Delafield, born Edmée Elizabeth Monica Dashwood (née de la Pasture) in 1890, was an eminent English author known primarily for her Provincial Lady series, which deftly satirizes the social nuances of the British middle class during the interwar period. The daughter of novelist Mrs. Henry de la Pasture, Delafield's literary pedigree was evident from her earliest works. Her writing career spanned the 1920s through the early 1940s, during which she authored numerous novels, articles, and a play. Her distinctively wry, self-deprecating narrative style, exhibited in 'The Collected Novels of E. M. Delafield', carries a timeless appeal that has resonated with audiences for decades. This collection showcases Delafield's talent for creating relatable, humorous depictions of everyday life, often drawing from her own experiences in rural Devon, where she lived with her husband and children. Her socio-critical prose not only entertained but subtly critiqued the rigid gender roles and societal expectations of her time. Delafield's contribution to the literary canon is significant, with her work being a touchstone for feminist and sociological studies of early twentieth-century British culture. Her prose continues to be studied and enjoyed for its elegance, wit, and insightful commentary on the human condition.